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Chef John, an executive chef in Washington, D.C., spent more than 15 years honing his culinary craft as a sushi chef in a variety of renowned restaurants on the East Coast. He is excited to share his passion of infusing exotic flavors and adding visual flair to food in cooking classes you won't want to miss. From perfecting sushi roll techniques to flawlessly molding mochi, Chef John is ready to help boost your kitchen skills!

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Washington, D.C. Cooking Class: Golden Autumn Roast Chicken Dinner

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: The Elegance of Italian Cuisine

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CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

New on Cozymeal

The Elegance of Italian Cuisine

$119 each

Private Chef Meal

$119

Savor this four-course Italian dinner from Caprese salad and ricotta ravioli to chocolate dessert. Enjoy an elegant four-course Italian dinner in this private chef meal with Chef Jesse, whose background in fresh pasta shows in every plate. Expect the kind of unhurried, ingredient-driven cooking that makes an...

Next Date: Wed, Oct 14th & other times

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Classy Italian Spread

CHEF TRAVELS TO YOU

Classy Italian Spread

$105 each

Private Chef Meal

$105

Experience an carefully curated Italian feast with Chef Satish. Invite Chef Satish into your space for an Italian private chef meal that feels effortless and elegant. With conversations flowing and glasses clinking, each course arrives beautifully presented without you stepping foot in the kitchen. The...

Next Date: Wed, Oct 14th & other times

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Washington, D.C. Private Chef Meal: Normandy Coast Seafood

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Normandy Coast Seafood

$129 each

Private Chef Meal

$129

Revel in the fresh flavors of coastal Normandy in this private chef meal. A four-course French seafood dining adventure awaits you, with Chef Bobby as your guide. You’ll enjoy a home-cured bacon, sea scallop and French lentil appetizer before refreshing your palate with a watercress and citrus salad dressed...

Next Date: Sat, Oct 17th & other times

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Washington, D.C. Food Tour + Drink Upgrade: A Toast to Washington, D.C.

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Food Tour + Drink Upgrade

A Toast to Washington, D.C.

$125

Food Tour + Drink Upgrade

$125

Sip and savor the best bites and beverages as you explore the neighborhood of Georgetown. Elevate your Georgetown food tour with an upgraded drinks package featuring locally crafted kombucha, seasonal cocktails and refreshing local beer. This enhanced experience perfectly pairs history, flavor and signature D.C....

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Guide Shawn or Local Guide

3.4

5 Reviews

Washington (Georgetown)

Next Date: Wed, Oct 14th at 11:00AM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Food Tour: A Taste of Washington, D.C.

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A Taste of Washington, D.C.

$89

Food Tour

$89

Find fantastic gourmet flavor waiting around every corner in the historic heart of the U.S. Explore Washington, D.C.’s rich history and vibrant culinary scene on a food tour that blends iconic sights with classic local flavors. Discover how Georgetown’s storied past and evolving tastes come alive through every...

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Guide Shawn or Local Guide

3.4

5 Reviews

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Next Date: Wed, Oct 14th at 11:00AM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Weekend Food Tour: Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

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Weekend Food Tour

Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

$89

Weekend Food Tour

$89

Spend some quality weekend time tracking down the best bites in vibrant Washington, D.C. Spend your weekend discovering the flavors and stories that define Georgetown on a weekend food tour combining history, culture and cuisine. Taste classic dishes in timeless settings surrounded by one of D.C.’s most picturesque...

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3.4

5 Reviews

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Washington, D.C. Team Cooking Class: Spanish Flavor Extravanganza

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CHEF’S PLACE

Great for Groups of 12-100

Spanish Flavor Extravanganza

$179

Team Building Activity

$179

From paella and tapas to traditional flan, step into the world of Spanish cuisine. Explore the vibrant colors and bold flavors of authentic Spanish cuisine in this team building activity. Working alongside a gourmet chef, you'll master traditional techniques and learn local culinary skills using fresh ingredients....

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Chef Sayeh or Resident Chef

4.7

12 Reviews

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Washington, D.C. Team Cooking Class: Spanish Tapas With an Asian Twist

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CHEF'S PLACE OR YOURS

Great for Groups of 2-40

Spanish Tapas With an Asian Twist

$179

Team Building Activity

$179

Cook Spanish tapas with Asian-inspired flavors alongside your coworkers in this team building activity. In this team building activity, Chef Li invites you and your team to cook Spanish tapas with a playful Asian twist. You will char shishito peppers, sizzle garlic shrimp, glaze sherry-soy ribs and top crispy patatas...

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Next Date: Wed, Oct 14th at 6:00PM & other times

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Washington, D.C. Team Cooking Class: Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Washington D.C.

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CHEF'S PLACE OR YOURS

Pop-up Class

Great for Groups of 10-50

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Washington D.C.

$85

Team Building Activity

$85

Fold, pleat and battle your way through Washington D.C.’s ultimate dumpling-making showdown. Get ready for a lively, laugh-filled dumpling-making team building activity in Washington D.C.! You’ll learn how to make global dumpling favorites like gyoza, bao and wontons before jumping into the challenge. Fold,...

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1 Review

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Online Cooking Class: Intro to Spanish Wine and Tapas

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Cooking Class + Wine Tasting

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Intro to Spanish Wine and Tapas

$39/Person

Online Cooking Class

$39/Person

Explore the vibrant recipes and aromatic wines of Spain in this online cooking class. Travel across Spain (no passport needed!) in this interactive virtual cooking class with Chef Angela-Michelle. Learn how to craft a variety of Spanish tapas to pair with authentic wines, including traditional pan con tomate. You'll...

Next Date: Tue, Oct 13th, 12:00pm PT/3:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

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Cooking Class + Mixology

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Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

$39/Person

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$39/Person

Learn how to prepare fish tacos and margaritas that will transport you to the islands. During this live and interactive online cooking class with Chef Natasha, you will learn how to prepare fish tacos that fuse Latin and Caribbean flavors and cooking techniques. Chef Natasha will begin by teaching you how to make...

Next Date: Sat, Oct 17th, 3:00pm PT/6:00pm ET & other times

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Online Cooking Class: The Art of Cookie Dough

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Kit included

Fully Interactive

The Art of Cookie Dough

$85/Person + Kit

Online Cooking Class

$85/Person + Kit

Discover techniques for turning out the cookies you love most with delicious results every time. There's an art to baking the quintessential cookie, and Chef Mel is ready to show you how it's done in this fun online baking class. Learn what makes a cookie chewy or crispy and why the balance of ingredients is so...

Next Date: Wed, Oct 21st, 10:00am PT/1:00pm ET & other times

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Cooking Classes WITH Chef John THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Baltimore Cooking Class: Classic Japanese Cuisine

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CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Classic Japanese Cuisine

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Discover how to create traditional Japanese fare with Chef John. Join Chef John as he introduces you to five incredible and enchanting Japanese dishes. In this hands-on class, you will have the incredible opportunity to prepare traditional dishes from Japan. You may think you do not have what it takes — but...

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Discover Sushi Techniques

$95

Cooking Class

$95

Learn how to craft nigiri, maki and other sushi masterpieces with Chef John. Explore the incredible world of sushi with Chef John as he showcases these succulent morsels you will learn how to craft on your own. Start the night off with spicy miso soup you will prepare using authentic Japanese ingredients. Learn...

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Modern Japanese Fare

$109

Cooking Class

$109

Craft classic Japanese plates in contemporary fashion with Chef John. Japanese food may seem a bit daunting, but no need to worry! In this class, you will get a taste of contemporary Japanese cuisine using ingredients that add flavor and excitement to your dish. With Chef John as your guide, you will have a chance...

REVIEWS

Chef John's Overall Rating

4.9 / 5

Based on 15 reviews

Reviews guests left for Chef John

Nikita

09/06/21

Chef John’s Sushi class was a gift to my husband for my his birthday and it didn’t disappoint. Chef was timely, very engaging, knowledgable and just a fun energetic guy. We had quite a memorable evening. Thank you Chef John for the 5 star experience.

09/06/21

Alex

08/27/21

Fantastic! Chef John was cheerful, enthusiastic, and personable. Had a great time, learned a lot, and the food was delicious. Thanks, Chef John!

08/27/21

Damian

03/20/21

Johnny was awesome and very knowledgeable about sushi. The food was delicious as well. Thank you!

03/20/21

Chef John

Golden Autumn Roast Chicken Dinner

Indian Cuisine Takeout at Home

Home Cooked Indian Classics

The Elegance of Italian Cuisine

Classy Italian Spread

Normandy Coast Seafood

A Toast to Washington, D.C.

A Taste of Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.'s Top Gourmet Eats

Spanish Flavor Extravanganza

Spanish Tapas With an Asian Twist

Make Dumplings With Your Crew - Washington D.C.

Intro to Spanish Wine and Tapas

Caribbean-Style Fish Tacos and Margaritas

The Art of Cookie Dough

Cooking Classes WITH Chef John THAT ARE CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

Classic Japanese Cuisine

Discover Sushi Techniques

Modern Japanese Fare